Pet Fecal Exams in Nora, IN, From Your Local Vet

Petfolk Veterinary & Urgent Care - Nora is a vet in Nora, Indianapolis, that runs fecal exams for dogs and cats. A fecal exam is a stool test that looks for worm eggs and other parasites living in the gut. Most adult pets need one a year. Puppies, kittens and pets with diarrhea need them more often.

Many parasites cause no signs at first. A pet can look healthy and still pass eggs that spread to other pets, and some to people.

Call (317) 245-3750 or book online. Walk-ins are welcome.

What can a fecal exam find?

At Petfolk Nora, a fecal exam can find the common gut parasites in dogs and cats:

• Roundworms: very common in puppies and kittens, and can spread to people.

• Hookworms: feed on blood and can cause anemia, especially in young pets.

• Whipworms: mainly a dog problem, with eggs that last for years in soil.

• Tapeworms: often come from swallowing a flea.

• Giardia and coccidia: tiny single-celled parasites that cause diarrhea.

Some tests are done in the clinic's in-house lab. Others go to an outside lab for a closer look. The vet will tell you which one your pet's sample needs.

How often should my pet have a stool test?

Most healthy adult dogs and cats at Petfolk Nora need a fecal exam once a year, usually at the wellness visit. Puppies and kittens often get 2 to 4 tests in their first year. Pets with diarrhea, weight loss, or a new home from a shelter or rescue should be tested sooner.

Dogs who spend a lot of time in shared spaces, like Indy Parks dog parks, daycare or the grass along the Monon Trail, may benefit from testing twice a year.

How do I collect a good stool sample?

A good sample makes the test more accurate. For your Petfolk Nora visit:

1. Collect it fresh, within 12 hours of the visit.

2. A piece about the size of a sugar cube or a grape is enough.

3. Use a clean bag or a clean container with a lid.

4. Avoid picking up grass, dirt or litter with it if you can.

5. Keep it cool, in a sealed bag in the fridge, never the freezer.

For cats, scoop from the litter box soon after they go. If you forget the sample, the team can sometimes collect a small one during the visit.

Why parasites matter for your family

Some pet parasites can spread to people. Roundworm and hookworm eggs live in soil and sand where pets go. Kids who play outside are at higher risk. Simple steps help:

• Pick up after your dog right away, at home and on walks.

• Wash hands after yard work and after cleaning the litter box.

• Keep pets on monthly prevention that covers worms.

Across Petfolk, kittens are the most likely to be dewormed at a wellness visit, 21% of kitten visits versus 14% of puppy visits (Oct 2025 to Sep 2026). See deworming in Nora.

Results and next steps

If your pet's test finds parasites, the vet at Petfolk Nora explains which one, picks the right medicine and sets a time to retest. Many parasites need two or more doses to clear fully, because eggs and larvae hatch on their own timeline.

Fear Free handling is standard at Petfolk Nora, even for a quick visit like this.

Super friendly and explained everything and what was needed.

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Cost of a fecal exam

You'll get an estimate before any test or treatment. The final bill can differ if the plan changes during the visit. Many families bundle the stool test with the yearly wellness exam in Nora.

When diarrhea cannot wait

Bloody diarrhea, vomiting with diarrhea, or a puppy or kitten who will not eat should be seen at Petfolk Nora the same day. If your pet is weak, collapses or cannot keep water down, go to a 24-hour emergency hospital such as MedVet Indianapolis in Carmel.

Petfolk Veterinary & Urgent Care - Nora is at 1340 E 86th St #52, Indianapolis, IN 46240. Call (317) 245-3750.

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